Let’s talk about emotional labels. In this episode, I’m sharing why calling your emotions “good” or “bad” can actually hold you back from processing them in a healthy way. When you judge what you feel, it creates resistance—and that resistance makes it harder to move through tough moments. 

I’ll walk you through a mindset shift that can help you stop fighting your feelings and start understanding them instead. You’ll learn how to use neutral language, sit with emotional discomfort, and give yourself more space to feel without fear or shame. This is a simple but powerful shift I use with my clients, and it can make a big difference in how you relate to your emotions.

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• 12 | Why Quick Fixes Won't Help When You Feel Overwhelmed
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Feeling emotionally foggy, tangled, or unsure of what you’re really feeling? You’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. 

In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple 5-step journaling process to help you move from emotional confusion to clarity. These steps are designed specifically for highly sensitive, introverted women who feel overwhelmed by their emotions and just want a clear, calm way forward. 

You’ll learn how to identify what you’re feeling, explore your triggers, reframe your thoughts, and build a journaling rhythm that supports your emotional well-being. If journaling hasn’t been helping you process your emotions the way you hoped, this episode will give you the structure and clarity you need to start feeling more grounded, clear, and in control — one journal prompt at a time.

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Stress hits differently when you’re a highly sensitive woman, and if you don’t have the right tools, it can leave you feeling completely overwhelmed. 

In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple 5-phase framework to help you manage stress in a way that actually works with your sensitivity instead of against it. You’ll learn how to understand your stress response, create emotional balance, and build a calming rhythm that feels doable and nourishing. 

Whether you’re dealing with daily tension or emotional overload, this episode will give you practical steps (and journal prompts!) to help you come back to center, gently and consistently.

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• 55 | The Real Reason Those Other Methods Didn't Work for You as an HSP
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• 18 | 8 Signs that You Might be Experiencing Burnout

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Do you ever feel like you’re too much? Like your emotions are too big, too intense, or too hard to explain? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. As a highly sensitive person, emotional intensity is part of how you’re wired. But instead of judging yourself for it, what if you learned to embrace it?

In this episode, I’m sharing why feeling deeply is actually a strength, not a flaw—and how to stop criticizing yourself for emotional reactions that others might not understand. 

You’ll also learn how to hold space for big emotions without feeling “dramatic” and a few simple ways to soothe yourself after emotional overwhelm. If you’ve ever been told you’re too sensitive or you’ve internalized that message, this episode will help you start shifting that narrative and reclaiming your emotional depth.

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If you’ve ever felt embarrassed for crying too easily or found yourself wanting to hide your emotions, this episode is for you. As a highly sensitive person, you feel deeply—and that often means your emotions show up as tears.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why crying a lot is actually normal for HSPs, why it’s not something to avoid or be ashamed of, and how those emotions are actually guiding you back to your true self. 

I’m also sharing a few practical steps you can take when you feel like you need to hide your emotions—especially in public. If you’ve been trying to shut down your sensitivity just to get through the day, this episode will give you permission to feel, process, and reconnect with who you are.

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• 28 | Inner Critic Won't Hush Up? Here's How to Overcome Negative Self-Talk
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• 11 | The Hidden Problem of Ignoring and Suppressing Your Emotions

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Ever recognized your emotions but then thought, "Okay... now what?" You're not alone! In this episode, I'm sharing my proven 5-step emotional processing framework that takes you beyond just naming feelings. 

Discover how to explore the root causes of emotions, uncover their messages, and actually release them instead of staying stuck. If you've been struggling with emotional overwhelm or want to build emotional intelligence, these practical journaling techniques and mindfulness practices will transform how you handle feelings. 

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• 57 | The Truth About Emotional Triggers and Why They’re Not Your Enemy

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Have you ever sat down to journal your feelings… and felt completely stuck? Like you know you’re feeling something, but you can’t quite name it? You’re not alone — identifying emotions can feel surprisingly hard, especially when you’re just starting your emotional healing journey.

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why it’s so common to feel stuck, simple ways to start recognizing what’s really going on inside, and how to stay encouraged when the work feels heavier (and messier) than you expected.

Learning how to identify and journal your feelings is a skill — and like any skill, it gets easier with practice. Emotional healing and resilience are built one small step at a time. If you're ready to make journaling your feelings feel more doable (and less overwhelming), this conversation will give you the support, encouragement, and practical tips you need to keep moving forward.

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• 30 | How to Stop Overthinking as an Introvert So You Can Manage Your Emotions

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Have you ever felt “off” but couldn’t quite explain why? Maybe you were on the verge of tears or snapping at someone, but when you tried to name the feeling… nothing came up. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why it’s so hard to identify your emotions in the moment—and how you can start noticing them with more ease and clarity. We’ll talk about common reasons this happens, subtle signs your body gives you when something’s going on beneath the surface, and a few simple ways to tune in without feeling overwhelmed.

If you’ve ever struggled to put words to what you’re feeling, this episode will help you begin building that emotional awareness—one small check-in at a time.

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• 11 | The Hidden Problem of Ignoring and Suppressing Your Emotions
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📢 Join the 1 hour interactive Journal Your Feelings workshop on November 5th! I'll show you how to use journaling as a tool for emotional awareness and regulation. https://latoyaedwards.net/workshop

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In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at one of my personal emotional check-ins during a quiet morning at the beach. I’ll walk you through exactly what I did, step by step—from how I grounded myself to the journaling prompts I used—and why this process helps me move through emotions instead of getting stuck in them.

If you ever find yourself overwhelmed by your feelings or unsure how to process what’s going on internally, this episode will give you a gentle, real-life example of how to slow down and actually feel better.

This is the same process I guide my clients through in the Journal Your Feelings program, and it’s made a huge difference in how they handle emotional overwhelm. If you’re ready to create more clarity and peace for yourself, you’ll want to listen in.

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• 45 | Why Painting Is the Perfect Self-Care Practice for Highly Sensitive Introverts
  
  

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Feeling overwhelmed by emotions is exhausting, and it’s easy to feel stuck in a cycle of emotional highs and lows. But how do you know when you’re truly ready to make a change? 

In this episode, I'll talk about the signs that show you’re ready to take control of your emotions, the biggest reasons highly sensitive women stay stuck in overwhelm, and the first step to breaking free. If you’re tired of feeling like your emotions are running your life and you’re ready to finally do something about it, this episode will show you where to start.

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• 53 | 3 Reasons Overthinking Isn't Helping You Manage Your Emotions
• 54 | 4 Biggest Myths About Being "Too Sensitive" (and why you should ignore them)
• 55 | The Real Reason Those Other Methods Didn't Work for You as an HSP

📢 Join the 1 hour interactive Journal Your Feelings workshop on November 5th! I'll show you how to use journaling as a tool for emotional awareness and regulation. https://latoyaedwards.net/workshop

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☕️ Work with Me: Ready to reduce your emotional overwhelm & exhaustion? The Manage Your HSP Emotions coaching program is your step-by-step plan to managing your emotions and embracing your sensitivity. Join today --> https://latoyaedwards.net/coaching